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Jay Sawyer of Northbrook believes that horse racing is a long-standing tradition loved by many. However, the horrific events that have happened in the past couple of years have forced people to take a closer look at it. Aside from the pristine-looking tracks, happy crowds, and economic benefits of horse racing events, there is also a dark side to them that cannot be overlooked.
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Jay Sawyer from Northbrook Asks People to have a Closer Look at Horse Racing
Jay Sawyer from Northbrook Throw Light on the Ugly Truth about Horse Racing • Jay Sawyer of Northbrook believes that horse racing is a long-standing tradition loved by many. • However, the horrific events that have happened in the past couple of years have forced people to take a closer look at it. • Aside from the pristine-looking tracks, happy crowds, and economic benefits of horse racing events, there is also a dark side to them that cannot be overlooked.
Sawyer Confirms that Horses are Extremely Powerful Animals • Sawyer makes a statement that horses are extremely powerful animals, and really do not have to let humans do anything with them. • Hence, an act of cruelty can be dangerous not only for the horse but also for the rider, if the horse responds aggressively. • It is cruel to hit an animal with a whip as the whip plays a key role in good horsemanship.
He Explains How Horse Racing is Cruel • Jay Sawyer of Northbrook shares that horse racing exposes horses to a significant risk of injury and sometimes, catastrophic injury and death through trauma (e.g. broken neck) or emergency euthanasia. • He further says that if you really care, it is never cruel, but if you do not, it can be very uncomfortable for the horse, and even cruel. • He states that the horses feel pain and show it through subtle signs while ridden. • According to a study, nearly 10 race horses died every week at American racetracks in the year 2018.
